As of 3:30 p.m. Monday afternoon, one probable case of swine flu has been confirmed in Jefferson county, according to a press release from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.
According to the Jefferson Daily Union, a student at Barrie Elementary school in Fort Atkinson has been identified as a probable carrier. Consequently, health officials have ordered the closing of Barrie Elementary until Monday, May 11.
Saturday afternoon, 25 probable cases of swine flu and 3 confirmed cases were identified in Wisconsin, according to the Wisconsin Development of Health Services.
Two of the confirmed cases are from Milwaukee County, and one is from Adams County.
UW-Whitewater has created a Web site to keep students updated on the flu. A video on staying healthy gives students tips on flu prevention.
According to a press conference held by Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barret, cases in Milwaukee are unrelated.
The World Health Organization raised the pandemic alert to a Level 5, the second-highest level, according to a press release from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services .
A campus-wide email stated UW-Whitewater officials are monitoring reports of swine flu affecting Mexico and the United States.
There is no immediate impact on UW-Whitewater, however students should remain aware of the symptoms. If experiencing any of the below symptoms, contact University Health and Counseling Services at 262-472-1300. There is no charge for influenza testing or office visits at UHCS.
Symptoms include: Coughing Body ache Fevers over 100 degrees Severe headache Chills Sore throat Muscle pain Fatigue Stuffy nose
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